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MPC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Recognizing Outstanding Local Development

2008 Winners Gallery

2007 Winners Gallery

2006 Winners Gallery

2005 Winners Gallery

2004 Winners Gallery

2003 Winners Gallery

2002 Winners Gallery

2001 Winners Gallery

General Information

Categories

Development Achievement
Awards may be given in the following development categories:

  1. Residential
    Includes both single-family and multi-family projects.
  2. Commercial/Industrial/Office
    Includes retail establishments, shopping centers, industrial/warehousing development, office buildings and office parks
  3. Historic Restoration
    Is the restoration of historic structures
  4. Renovation
    Is the rehabilitation of non-historic properties, including the reuse of such buildings for new purposes
  5. Special Use
    Includes, but is not limited to, the following: parks, schools, and churches

Environmental Conservation Achievement
While environmental protection is considered in all categories, this award may be given for an exemplary project that protects or enhances natural settings.

Neighborhood/Civic Association
This award may be given to a group that has promoted planning excellence through its involvement with education, communication, or the development of projects or plans.

More than one award may be presented in each category.

 

Evaluation Considerations
The following points will be considered in the review process:

  • Quality of design and aesthetics
  • Innovative design that could serve as a model
  • Compatibility with neighboring land uses
  • Catalyst for positive change in the area
  • Adherence to adopted plans
  • Respect for historic resources
  • Conservation of environmental resources, such as ridges, streams and open space
  • Restoration and enhancement of natural settings
  • Creating walkable, pedestrian-friendly places
  • Impacts in reducing automobile reliance and urban sprawl
  • Involvement of community interests
  • Support in building strong neighborhoods
  • Enhancement of economic well-being

 

Eligibility

To be considered for the 2009 Excellence Awards, the project or plan must be located in Knox County (excluding the Town of Farragut), and must have been completed after 2005. The project must be fully completed to be considered.

 

Nominations

The nomination process for 2009 will begin in the spring of 2009. For more information, please conact:

Laura Stout
MPC
Suite 403 City County Building
400 Main Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
215-2500

 

Awards Banquet

Award recipients will be recognized at a banquet in August. Details will be posted here when available.

 

Page updated:
August 21, 2008